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One-in-five say those with addiction problems have only themselves to blame

Almost six in 10 people say they have had direct experience of addiction, either themselves or wi...

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15.52 5 Mar 2020


One-in-five say those with addiction problems have only themselves to blame


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15.52 5 Mar 2020


Almost six in 10 people say they have had direct experience of addiction, either themselves or with a family member or a close friend. A poll commissioned by Merchants Quay Ireland found that while there was general support for drug treatment, one in five said those in addiction had only themselves to blame. What do you think? Have you been affected by addiction? Ciara chats to listeners

 


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